// Dean Pees

Update (7:00 p.m.): Pees reportedly has stepped down, and was not fired as was originally reported. After meeting with Bill Belichick and team officials due to his contract’s expiration, the 60-year-old Pees decided to walk away. He explained his decision to the Globe: “I’ve chosen not to return,” Pees said. “I’m not retiring, although I […]

The Teams: New England Patriots (2-1) At San Francisco 49ers (2-2) The Terms: Regular Season Week 5 The Place: Candlestick Park, San Francisco, CA The Time: 4:15pm The Channel: CBS 3 Burning Questions: How will the Patriots respond? It’s put up or shut up time for the Pats as they enter the most difficult part […]

Here’s the schedule for the training camp previews: Wednesday: Special Teams and Coaching Special Teams Key Departures: None Key Arrivals: Matthew Slater, Terrence Wheatley Breakdown The Patriots are loaded at special teams, so first we’ll look at the crowded areas which are punt and kick returns. The Pats have a plethora of options to return […]